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Cucurbita maxima Duchesne Giant pumpkin · Vegetables · bred by Enza Zaden Beheer B.V.

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The plant is vigorous, with a short vine, which allows for the use of high-density planting patterns. Sets 1–2 fruits per plant. The fruits are characterized by the absence of ribs, dense flesh, and a small seed cavity.

The variety possesses high resistance to mechanical damage during harvesting and tolerates short-term frosts. The fruits are suitable for transportation and long-term storage, intended for sale on the fresh market and for processing.

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Countries of admission

2 jurisdictions

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

QZ

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Variety registered as early as 2 jurisdictions, data for which we do not publish: their registry licenses have not yet been verified. This section will be available upon verification.

Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Breeder
Enza Zaden Beheer B.V. Developed the variety
Applicant
Enza Zaden Beheer B.V. Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer
NL - ENZA ZADEN SEED OPERATIONS BV Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

  • QZ European Union Active

    № 267531

    Registration
    25 February 2016
  • NL Netherlands Active

    № CMA25

    Application
    4 March 2014
    Registration
    25 February 2016
  • RU Russian Federation Active

    № 76473

    Application
    16 November 2018
    Registration
    17 January 2020

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

South Africa № PT 5432
Protection expired
  1. Application filed 24 July 2008
  2. Registered
  3. Entry closed 31 March 2018

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